1989 Nissan Vanette vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 24 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Because 1989 Nissan Vanette 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 1989 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Vanette | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Vanette | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2550 mm |
