2007 Renault Laguna vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
