1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 435 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | GTO | Laguna |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6548 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |