1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 299 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 25 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
