1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1984 Renault 18 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 18 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | 18 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
