1977 Austin Marina 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 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 650 kg more than 1977 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Marina | Laguna |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |