1982 Nissan Silvia vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Silvia (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 425 kg more than 1982 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1982 Nissan Silvia 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 1982 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Silvia | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Silvia | Laguna |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |