1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 Austin Maxi. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maxi | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
