1984 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna.
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, 2006 Renault Laguna (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000. 2006 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1984 Pontiac 6000 has manual transmission. 1984 Pontiac 6000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac 6000 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | 6000 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
