2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
