1981 Renault 9 vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 637 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 9 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
