1996 Renault Laguna vs. 1997 Volvo S40
To start off, 1997 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Volvo S40.
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, 1997 Volvo S40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Laguna | 1997 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | S40 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
