1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 845 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2188 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
