1978 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 725 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Toronado | Laguna |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |