2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 1990 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Renault Laguna. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 1990 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1005 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
