1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Charger (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chrysler Charger 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 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Charger | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
