1993 Honda CRX vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX. 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda CRX | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CRX | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
