2012 Volvo S80 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna.
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) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (240 Nm). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S80 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | S80 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2680 mm |
