1967 Honda S600 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 709 kg more than 1967 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Honda S600 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 1967 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S600 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S600 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |