1998 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 454 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Lancer | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |