1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 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 4 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 495 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
