1994 Rover 100 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 730 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Rover 100 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Rover | Renault |
Model | 100 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |