1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. 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 (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Eagle | 25 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
