1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 1 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna. 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Daytona | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
