1977 Mazda Chante vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 850 kg more than 1977 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 (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 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 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Chante | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
