1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 169 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Laguna | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1216 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
