1975 Renault 12 vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 450 kg more than 1975 Renault 12. 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, 2010 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 12 | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 12 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 58 L |
