1988 Renault 25 vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. 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, 1988 Renault 25 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
