1986 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Corsa 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 (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 830 kg more than 1986 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Corsa | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Corsa | Laguna |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |