1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 99 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dart | Laguna |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |