1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 7 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | V70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 66 L |
