1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. Both 1994 Mazda 626 and 2002 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 186 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
