1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne 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. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 343 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.
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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 2010 Buick Lucerne 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. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | Laguna | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 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 | 1383 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
