1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1986 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Swift (102 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 540 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Swift. (108 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1986 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | Swift |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2250 mm |
