1968 Marcos 2 Litres 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 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 625 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.

Because 1968 Marcos 2 Litres 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 Marcos 2 Litres. 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 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Marcos 2 Litres 2000 Renault Laguna
Make Marcos Renault
Model 2 Litres Laguna
Year Released 1968 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 126 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 149 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4080 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2690 mm


 

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