1982 Toyota Carina vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 224 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Carina | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Carina | Laguna |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |