1985 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 22 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 450 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
