1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 976 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 1979 Chevrolet 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, 1979 Chevrolet 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (286 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |
