2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 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 14 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Rover 400. 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 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 400 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 | 1995 Rover 400 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Laguna | 400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |