1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 53 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 50 L |
