1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Dodge Dart 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 1968 Dodge Dart. 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dart | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
