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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 790 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 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 | 1070 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
