1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300.
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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
