2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Polo 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 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 795 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (149 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
