2005 Proton Impian vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Proton Impian is newer by 10 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Impian (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Impian should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Proton Impian.
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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Impian | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Impian | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
