1984 Renault 5 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (272 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 5 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
