2001 Renault Laguna vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna.
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, 2001 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
