1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 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 (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 75 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1566 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
