1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2001 Proton Perdana is newer by 6 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, 2001 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Proton Perdana.
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, 2001 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 2001 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Renault | Proton |
| Model | Laguna | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
