1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 529 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
