1994 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna.
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 Skoda Fabia (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Laguna | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Laguna | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 45 L |
