1972 Plymouth Fury 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 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 500 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 Plymouth Fury 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 1972 Plymouth Fury. 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Plymouth Fury 2000 Renault Laguna
Make Plymouth Renault
Model Fury Laguna
Year Released 1972 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7205 cc 1782 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 225 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 477 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 2770 mm


 

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