1989 Renault 4 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 4 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2789 mm |
