1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 928 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
