1994 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 423 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Because 2011 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Laguna | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Renault | Lotus |
| Model | Laguna | Elise |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2299 mm |
