2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 505 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. 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 Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Premacy | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Premacy | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
