1980 Renault 12 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 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 576 kg more than 1980 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 12 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 12 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
