1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1978 Renault 18 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 185 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1978 Renault 18 | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | Luce | 18 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |