1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Because 1994 Lotus Esprit 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 1994 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
