1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1978 Renault 18 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia 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 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18, 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, 1978 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1978 Renault 18 | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | Familia | 18 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2450 mm |