1984 Mazda 929 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
