1986 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (138 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 236 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (180 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
