1986 Renault Super 5 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 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 655 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Super 5 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Super 5 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
