1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 545 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Calais | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
