1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 499 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 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Jimmy | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
