2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
