1959 Alvis TD vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 189 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Alvis TD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alvis | Renault |
| Model | TD | 25 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
