1992 Pontiac Sunbird vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 163 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Sunbird | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
