1985 Renault 25 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 28 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
