1996 Renault Laguna vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Laguna | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
