1978 Porsche 924 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924.
Because 1978 Porsche 924 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 1978 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1978 Porsche 924 (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 924 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 924 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
