1989 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 288 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 1989 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lexus LS | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | LS | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
