1968 Renault 6 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 680 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
