1998 Renault Laguna vs. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 465 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 1984 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Laguna | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
