1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 108 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Quattro | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
