1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 17 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 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda RX-7 | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-7 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
