2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
