1994 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 17 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Laguna | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Laguna | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 57 L |
