1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |
