1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 665 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
