1985 Renault 25 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 21 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 119 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (72 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
