1983 Mazda 929 vs. 1976 Renault Siete
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1976 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 1976 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
