1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 452 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
