1954 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 41 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 41 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | 98 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 184 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
