2003 Mazda 6 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
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, 1984 Renault 25 (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
