1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 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 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 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 (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | GTO | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
