1997 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Coupe 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 Hyundai Coupe (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Coupe.
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 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Coupe | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
