1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa 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 27 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 410 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
