2008 Renault Laguna vs. 1976 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 471 kg more than 1976 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Nissan Silvia 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 1976 Nissan Silvia. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Silvia. 1976 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 1976 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Laguna | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
