1985 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
