1970 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
