1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 870 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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 (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
