1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Laguna weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Corona | Laguna |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |