1984 Renault 25 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
