1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2945 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
