2003 Mazda 2 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 2 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 2 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
