1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 19 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 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 55 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 490 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
