1975 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 563 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1975 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 80 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
