1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 5 (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1979 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1979 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |
