1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
