2000 Mazda 121 vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 2000 Mazda 121 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Mazda 121. 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, 2000 Mazda 121 (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 121 | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 121 | 18 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
