1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Because 1988 Holden Commodore 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 1988 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Commodore | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
