1999 Renault Laguna vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 169 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Laguna | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Laguna | Corrado |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |