1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Zeta | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Zeta | Laguna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |