1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 664 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 1985 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1984 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1984 Renault 25 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Caprice | 25 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |