1984 Renault 25 vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 17 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 300 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 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 2001 Toyota Verossa. 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Renault 25 | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 25 | Verossa |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |