1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Suburban (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 945 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2770 mm |
