1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 340 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. 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, 1996 Renault Laguna (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
