1977 GMC Suburban vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 815 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban 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, 1977 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, 1977 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2770 mm |
