1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480. 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 (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | 480 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
