1986 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 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 1,921 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Audi 100.
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, 1986 Audi 100 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
