1991 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 539 kg more than 1991 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 25. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault 25 | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
