1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 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 118 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 13 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Laguna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |