2004 Renault Laguna vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000.
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, 2004 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Laguna | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
