1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 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 (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Laguna | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Golf |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2512 mm |