1996 Mazda 626 vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 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 30 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
