1984 Renault 25 vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky will offer significantly more control. 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 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
