1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 25 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), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 214 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, 1999 Renault Laguna (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
