1984 Mini MK V vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, both 1984 Mini MK V 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1984 Mini MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Renault 25 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mini MK V. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mini MK V | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | MK V | 25 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
