2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Prizm | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |