1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1983 Renault 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 178 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
