1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Laguna (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
