1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 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 38 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 495 kg more than 1973 Renault 15. 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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
