1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 551 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Laguna (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
