1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1995 Renault Laguna and 1995 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Holden Nova. 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova. 1995 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1995 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Laguna | Nova |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
