1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1981 Renault 18 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 18 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | 18 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1396 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
