1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
