1978 Renault 18 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 18 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
