1990 BMW 520 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 520 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 520 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 1990 BMW 520. 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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 520 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
