1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 228 kg more than 1994 Dodge Neon.
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, 1994 Dodge Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Neon | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
