2007 Mazda 3 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
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, 1984 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
