2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 18 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 18 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. 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, 1980 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Laputa | 18 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
