1973 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 785 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
