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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (125 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (113 HP @ 5400 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 75 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
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 | 2068 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |