1997 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 213 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Civic | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
