2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Laguna | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
