1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 156 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1993 De Tomaso Guara 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 1993 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
Model | Guara | Laguna |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |