1976 Mini Clubman vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 895 kg more than 1976 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mini Clubman | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Clubman | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
