1994 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 19 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 176 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Laguna | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Laguna | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |
