1998 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Laguna weights approximately 446 kg more than 1998 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Corsa | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
