1963 Renault 4 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1963 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Renault 25 (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Renault 4 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 4 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
