1986 Holden Camira vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Camira | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Camira | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
