1994 Opel Frontera vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Frontera would be higher. Both 1994 Opel Frontera and 2006 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 294 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Frontera. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Frontera | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Frontera | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
