1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 29 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
