1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Vega | 25 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
