1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 27 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 69 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 25 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 2007 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Quattro | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| 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 | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
