1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
