1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda 626 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
