2007 Renault Laguna vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Volvo S80.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Laguna | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
