1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 610 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Renault | Trabant |
| Model | Laguna | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 24 L |
