1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 10 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, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 342 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Laguna | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Lupo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |