2004 Mazda 6 vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
