1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 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 24 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 555 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 305 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
