1977 Mazda Familia 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 Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 18 (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1977 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, 1984 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Familia | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | 18 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1647 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
