1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, both 1984 Daimler 4.2 and 1984 Renault 25 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daimler 4.2 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 1984 Daimler 4.2. 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 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daimler 4.2 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
Make | Daimler | Renault |
Model | 4.2 | 25 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |