2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 205 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1988 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laguna | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
