1973 Honda 145 vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 478 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 2002 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1973 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 145 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
