2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
