1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 550 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
