1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 40 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 383 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
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, 2008 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth GTX | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | GTX | Laguna |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |