1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Sunny | Laguna |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |