1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1987 Renault 25
To start off, 1987 Renault 25 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 Renault 25.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1987 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 1800 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 34 L |
