1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 440 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. 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 (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | Laguna | 311 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
