2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 585 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
