1984 Renault 25 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. 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 50 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. 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 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
