1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 400 kg more than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
