1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1984 Renault 18 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 18 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
