1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 15 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. Both 1995 Renault Laguna and 2010 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 135 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 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Laguna | 120 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
