2003 Renault Laguna vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2003 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Renault Laguna. 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (260 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Laguna | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
