1990 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1990 Renault Laguna. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 655 kg more than 1990 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Laguna.

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