1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 200 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 1973 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Camaro | Laguna |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |