1954 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 98 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 1954 Oldsmobile 98. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | 98 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
