1994 Renault Laguna vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 395 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Laguna | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 38 L |
