2006 Mazda 5 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 5 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 5 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
