1970 Nissan Cedric 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 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 174 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cedric | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
