1972 Austin Marina vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 460 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Austin Marina 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 1972 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (204 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Marina | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
