2008 Renault Laguna vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 184 kg more than 1980 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
