1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 12 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | 21 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2820 mm |
