1977 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 265 kg more than 1977 Audi 100.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
