2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1981 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda B2300 | 1981 Renault 5 | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | B2300 | 5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |