1997 Mazda 121 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1997 Mazda 121 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1997 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 121 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 121 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
