1995 Mazda 121 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 1995 Mazda 121 and 1995 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 650 kg more than 1995 Mazda 121. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 121 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 121 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
