1990 Mazda 323 vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 5 (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Renault 5.
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, 1976 Renault 5 (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
