2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (152 Nm). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
