1984 Renault 25 vs. 1977 Renault 20
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 20 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 13 more horse power than 1977 Renault 20. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 20 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
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 (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 20. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 1977 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 25 | 20 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
