1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 593 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
