1972 Renault 15 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Laguna (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
