1988 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. 2011 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Blizzard | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Blizzard | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
