1998 Renault Laguna vs. 1992 Renault Express
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Express 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 73 more horse power than 1992 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 500 kg more than 1992 Renault Express. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Express. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 1992 Renault Express | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Express |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
