1985 Renault 25 vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Renault 25 | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 25 | Carina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |