1987 Renault 4 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 775 kg more than 1987 Renault 4. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 4 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 4 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
