1994 Proton Persona vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Proton Persona. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Proton Persona | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Persona | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
