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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 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 65 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 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 | 5562 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |