1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 364 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 911 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |