1998 Renault Laguna vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1997 Venturi Atlantique is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Renault | Venturi |
| Model | Laguna | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
