1994 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 383 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna. 2012 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Laguna | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Laguna | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
