2004 Renault Laguna vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 359 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Laguna | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |