1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 31 kg more 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Laguna | i30 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
