1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1985 Renault Siete
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1985 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1985 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
