2008 Renault Laguna vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 705 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
