1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
