1984 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 25 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
