1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 520 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Because 1965 Marcos 1800 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 1965 Marcos 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1965 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Marcos 1800 | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Marcos | Renault |
Model | 1800 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |