1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 18 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 165 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, 1986 Renault 21, 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, 1986 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | 21 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
