1988 Mazda 626 vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 519 kg more than 1988 Mazda 626. 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mazda 626 | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 626 | Avantime |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1641 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |