1984 Renault 25 vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1992 Toyota Supra is newer by 8 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 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Supra (104 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Supra weights approximately 415 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.
Because 1992 Toyota Supra 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 1992 Toyota Supra. 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, 1992 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (158 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
