1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 36 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 90 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
