2003 Opel Combo vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Opel Combo is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Opel Combo. 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 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Combo | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Combo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
