1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
