1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 790 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Fellow | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2750 mm |
