1975 Porsche 930 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 258 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 930 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 930 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
