1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 384 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | 9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
