2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. 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 (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
