1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Laguna |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |