2005 Mazda Premacy vs. 1994 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Premacy (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 535 kg more than 1994 Renault Twingo. 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, 2005 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Twingo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Premacy | 1994 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Premacy | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
