1999 Honda Z vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Z | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
