1968 Honda S800 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 601 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Honda S800 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 1968 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800. 1995 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S800 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S800 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 115 L |
