1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 450 kg more than 1952 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Skoda 1200 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 1952 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Laguna | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
