1997 Buick Century vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna. 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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna. 1997 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Century | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
