1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1984 Renault 18 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 18 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1977 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 18 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
