1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
