1976 Renault 15 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 335 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
