1998 Renault Laguna vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Samurai 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 50 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
