1979 Renault 4 vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 33 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 655 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 4 | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 4 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
