1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault 21 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | 21 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2550 mm |
