1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1461 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
