1997 Renault Laguna vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 360 kg more than 1997 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (188 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Laguna | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |