1996 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Coupe | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
