2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 360 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (159 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Laguna | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
