1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 12 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 14 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 232 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Laguna | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Polo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |