2009 Opel Corsa vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Renault Laguna (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Corsa | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
