1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 382 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo. 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (170 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (111 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Bravo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
