2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 705 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
