1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 19 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 455 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | Luce | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |