1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 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 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 33 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Laguna (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | W 111 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
