1964 Porsche 904 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Because 1964 Porsche 904 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 1964 Porsche 904. 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, 1984 Renault 25 (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Porsche 904 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 904 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
