1984 Renault 25 vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra.
Because 1967 AC Cobra 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 1967 AC Cobra. 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Renault | AC |
| Model | 25 | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
