1992 Porsche 968 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna

To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.

Because 1992 Porsche 968 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 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Porsche 968 2007 Renault Laguna
Make Porsche Renault
Model 968 Laguna
Year Released 1992 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2990 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 241 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 92 L 70 L


 

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