1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 13 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Renault | Lamborghini |
| Model | Laguna | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
