1983 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 490 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Passat | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
