2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 133 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Laguna |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |