1984 Renault 25 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Renault 25 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 25 | Corona |
Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |