1987 Mazda 626 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Because 1984 Renault 5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
