1999 Honda S2000 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000.
Because 1999 Honda S2000 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 S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda S2000 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S2000 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |