1998 Renault Laguna vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (127 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
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 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Laguna | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Golf |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |