1989 Volvo 480 vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 430 kg more than 1989 Volvo 480. 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 480. (141 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volvo 480 | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | 480 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
