1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 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 112 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 538 kg more than 1978 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
