2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 374 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Hardbody | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
