1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 684 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla. 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 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Laguna | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Corolla |
Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |