1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 180 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laguna | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
