1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Renault 25 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 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 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | 25 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2849 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |
