1975 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2009 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Suburban. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Suburban | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |
