2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 144 kg more than 1995 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Eclipse | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |
