1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 740 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Corolla | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1068 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
