1998 Renault Clio vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. Both 1998 Renault Clio and 1999 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. 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, 1999 Renault Laguna (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
