1984 Renault 18 vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 18 | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 18 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
