1973 Chrysler Valiant 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 Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Valiant | 25 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
