2009 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 22 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
