2007 Renault Laguna vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Because 1980 Buick Century 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 1980 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | Laguna | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
