1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 236 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 1995 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1987 Chevrolet Corsica has manual transmission. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corsica | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
