2001 Honda Fit vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 6 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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 (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Fit | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
