1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 550 kg more than 1996 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Buick Roadmaster 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 1992 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna. 1992 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Roadmaster | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
