1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 340 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. 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 (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
