2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 269 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CR-V | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
