1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 95 kg more than 1994 Renault 21.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Luce | 1994 Renault 21 | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | Luce | 21 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |