2008 Renault Laguna vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 101 kg more than 1969 Volvo 164.
Because 1969 Volvo 164 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 1969 Volvo 164. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | 164 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
