1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 175 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
