1985 Renault 25 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (205 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (270 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (72 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1985 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1985 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
