1990 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corsica | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
