2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 800 kg more than 1986 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 Tribute (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
