2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
