1999 Honda NSX vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 16 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Because 1999 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
