1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 1979 Renault 5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 5 (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 1979 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 110 S | 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
