1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Fiat Croma (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
