1976 Skoda 110 L vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1976 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Laguna weights approximately 625 kg more than 1976 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Skoda 110 L 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 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Skoda 110 L | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Skoda | Renault |
| Model | 110 L | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
