1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 25 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
