1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 500 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | 440 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
