1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Renault 5 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
