1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 197 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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 Chevrolet Cavalier (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cavalier | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |
