1986 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911.
Because 1986 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1986 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 911 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
