1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 113 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Jetfire | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
