2006 Renault Laguna vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Cressida (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 1987 Toyota Cressida 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 1987 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
