1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 415 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Renault Laguna (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
