1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2750 mm |
