1991 Renault 25 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault 25 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1991 Renault 25 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 1997 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1991 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault 25 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
