2008 Mazda 2 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,526 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 2. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 2 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 2. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 2 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 2 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |
