1982 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry.
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, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Camry | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Camry | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
