1985 Renault 25 vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6. 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 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | 25 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
