1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Rover 400 is newer by 4 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Rover 400. 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, 1999 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1999 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Laguna | 400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
