1972 Mazda 1000 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 1000 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 1000 | 25 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |