1994 Renault Laguna vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Renault Laguna | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Corona |
Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |