1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 255 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 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 (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Laguna | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Corona |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |