1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 152 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
