2000 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 289 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. 1995 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Lancer | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
