1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | MX-3 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
