1972 Renault 5 vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 615 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 5 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
