1974 Renault 15 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 385 kg more than 1974 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Renault Laguna (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 15 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
