2003 Renault Laguna vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Renault Laguna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Laguna | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
