1974 Mazda Chante 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 Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 825 kg more than 1974 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
