1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 398 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (191 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
