2007 Renault Laguna vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 555 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
