1970 Daihatsu Fellow 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 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 1050 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Fellow | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2640 mm |
