1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 765 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
