1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna 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 66 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 498 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Fusca 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 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Laguna | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Fusca |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |