1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 615 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Super 5 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Super 5 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
