1993 Honda Concerto vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto. 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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Concerto | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Concerto | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
