1997 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 323 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 315 kg more than 1997 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 323. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 323 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 323 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
