1974 BMW Touring vs. 1990 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1990 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Laguna (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Laguna (181 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1990 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1990 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Touring | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1005 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
