1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 14 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna.
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, 2009 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Laguna | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2737 mm |
