1997 Proton Saloon vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Laguna weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 Proton Saloon. 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, 2009 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Proton Saloon | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Saloon | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
