1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 13 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Laguna | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Yaris |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.3 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 | 1360 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |