1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 284 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna. 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, 1989 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Spirit | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
