1998 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 183 kg more than 1998 Audi A4. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
