1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1975 Renault 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 5 (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 Renault 5.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce 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 Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5, 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1975 Renault 5 | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | Luce | 5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |