1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 795 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
