2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | 18 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
