1979 Peugeot 304 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 625 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 304 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 304 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
