1996 Renault Laguna vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Renault Laguna (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Laguna | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Carina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |