1986 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 275 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
