2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 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 47 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 320 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. 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 (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
