2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 1992 Renault 4
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 585 kg more than 1992 Renault 4. 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 1992 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Premacy | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
