2007 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 106 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
