2007 Renault Laguna vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 420 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Laguna | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Renault | Wartburg |
Model | Laguna | 312 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |