1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 33 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 7 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | W 111 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
