1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 366 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra.
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, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Vectra | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Vectra | Laguna |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |