1985 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 665 kg more than 1985 Opel Corsa. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Corsa | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
