1997 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Laguna | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Laguna | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
