1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt 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 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 48 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Laguna | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
Model | Laguna | Colt |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |