2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 385 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Corona 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 1976 Toyota Corona. 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 (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1976 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1976 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
