1989 Mazda 929 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 929 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 929 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
