1984 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 375 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda Cosmo | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Cosmo | 5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
