2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (205 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 30 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.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
