1998 Renault Laguna vs. 1994 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Skoda Felicia 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 51 more horse power than 1994 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1994 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 402 kg more than 1994 Skoda Felicia. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Skoda Felicia. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 1994 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Laguna | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
