1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler 160 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler 160 (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 160 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
