1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 600 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Italdesign | Renault |
| Model | Nazca | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
