1982 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 295 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Pontiac 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Pontiac 1000 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | 1000 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
