2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| 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 | 840 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 115 L |
