1985 Mazda 121 vs. 1985 Renault 4
To start off, both 1985 Mazda 121 and 1985 Renault 4 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 121 (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 121 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Renault 4. 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, 1985 Mazda 121 (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda 121 | 1985 Renault 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 121 | 4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1138 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |