1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 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 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5, 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
