1994 Renault 21 vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 395 kg more than 1994 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 21 | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 21 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
