1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1969 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Pontiac GTO | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | GTO | Laguna |
Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6549 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 66 L |