1999 Opel Vectra vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 7 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
