1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 570 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Laguna (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
