1988 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 444 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 80 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
