1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. 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 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
