2002 Renault Laguna vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Laguna | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | 460 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
