2008 Nissan Micra vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 406 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
