2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1987 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1987 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laguna | Astro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
