1997 Renault Twingo 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 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 505 kg more than 1997 Renault Twingo. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Twingo | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Twingo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
