2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 395 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1994 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
