1989 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina.
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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Carina | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Carina | Laguna |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |