1981 Toyota Celica vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 1995 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Celica | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
