1998 Renault Laguna vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caddy 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) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
