2011 Mazda 6 vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (114 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 239 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 6 | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 115 L |
