1998 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 405 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Clio | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
