1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 106 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Pickup | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Pickup | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |