1984 Renault 25 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (159 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 253 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Toyota Celica (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Renault 25 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 25 | Celica |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |