1998 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Astro 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 425 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Astro | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Astro | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
