1971 Opel Commodore vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 325 kg more than 1971 Opel Commodore.
Because 1971 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Commodore | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Commodore | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
