1987 Mazda MX-6 vs. 1974 Renault 17
To start off, 1987 Mazda MX-6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (110 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Renault 17. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda MX-6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1974 Renault 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 17. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda MX-6 | 1974 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | MX-6 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
