2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (118 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 377 kg more than 1969 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (149 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1969 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Renault | Riley |
| Model | Laguna | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
