2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 510 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
