1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 34 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dart | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
