1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 865 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
