1985 Renault 25 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 20 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 91 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 192 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
