1996 Mazda 626 vs. 1980 Renault Siete
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1980 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, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 1980 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
