1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 1 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, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 617 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Because 1985 Caterham 1700 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 1985 Caterham 1700. 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, 1984 Renault 25 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Caterham | Renault |
| Model | 1700 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
