1996 Mazda 121 vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 439 kg more than 1996 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 121 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
