2008 Mazda 3 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 24 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1200 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 Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
