1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 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. Both 1995 Renault Laguna and 1996 Volvo V40 are equipped with a 1,870 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40. 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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40. 1995 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo V40 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo V40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | V40 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
