1995 Porsche 968 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 1995 Porsche 968 and 1995 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 968 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 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Porsche 968 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 968 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |