1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 217 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 Plymouth GTX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna. 1968 Plymouth GTX has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth GTX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth GTX | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | GTX | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
