1984 Renault 25 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall 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 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Renault 25 | 2005 Vauxhall Corsa | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | 25 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |