1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 105 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1963 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Laguna |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |