2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 Mitsubishi Carisma (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 54 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.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Carisma | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
