1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 224 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Prix | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
