1998 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 1998 Acura NSX and 1998 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Because 1998 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna. 1998 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | NSX | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |