1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 565 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 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 (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Laguna | Atos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
