1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 78 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1983 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda RX-7 | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-7 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
