1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 407 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Impala 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 Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Impala | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
