1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 130 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Valiant | 25 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1280 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 |
