2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla 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 26 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |