1994 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 526 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
