1972 Opel Ascona vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Opel Ascona 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 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Opel Ascona | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Ascona | Laguna |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |