1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 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 155 kg more than 1981 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
