1976 Lada 1200 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 547 kg more than 1976 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Lada 1200 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 1976 Lada 1200. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lada 1200 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 1200 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 68 L |
