1997 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna.
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 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Laguna | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Laguna | 3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2639 mm |
