1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Volvo 850.
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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Laguna | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Laguna | 850 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |