2007 Renault Laguna vs. 1977 Simca 1309
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 435 kg more than 1977 Simca 1309. 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 (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1309. 1977 Simca 1309 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Simca 1309 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 1977 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Laguna | 1309 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
