2008 Renault Modus vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Modus 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 Modus (111 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Renault Modus.
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 Modus (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna. 2008 Renault Modus has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Modus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Modus | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
