1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 13 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 1,526 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 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 244 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 906 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 |
