2006 Mazda 2 vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1978 Renault 18.
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, 1978 Renault 18 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 2 | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 2 | 18 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
