1996 Mazda 121 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 121 (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 369 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 121 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
