1978 Porsche 930 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna

To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.

Because 1978 Porsche 930 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 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Porsche 930 2006 Renault Laguna
Make Porsche Renault
Model 930 Laguna
Year Released 1978 2006
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3298 cc 2188 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.4 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2750 mm


 

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