2007 Renault Laguna vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 484 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laguna | Vento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
