1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Oldsmobile 98. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | 98 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1450 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 |
