1998 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
