1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
