1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1976 Renault 4
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,069 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
