2008 Renault Laguna vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 27 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 296 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Laguna | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |