1984 Audi 200 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Audi 200.
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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1984 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 200 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
