1979 Renault 4 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 873 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. 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 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4. 2011 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1979 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1979 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 4 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 4 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
