2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1985 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 295 kg more than 1985 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1985 Toyota Soarer 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 1985 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Soarer. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Soarer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 1985 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Soarer |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |