1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 14 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 1 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Laguna | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Laguna | Fit |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2499 mm |