1978 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 234 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 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Jeep | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
