2008 Renault Clio vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Clio (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Clio | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
