1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. Both 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2005 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Lancer | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
