1975 Chrysler Valiant 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 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 1975 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Valiant | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
