1985 Mazda 929 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 404 kg more than 1985 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Laguna (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
