1981 Lancia Gamma vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 210 kg more than 1981 Lancia Gamma. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Gamma | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Gamma | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
