2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
