1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 391 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Corona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1831 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
