1990 Nissan Laurel vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan Laurel | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Laurel | Laguna |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |