1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 73 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
