1999 Pontiac Salsa vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Salsa 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Salsa should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 186 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
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, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (203 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (164 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Salsa | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Salsa | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1386 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
