1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 1969 Holden Monaro 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 1969 Holden Monaro. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Monaro | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
