2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. 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 Volvo 440 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 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 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1995 Volvo 440 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 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | 440 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
