1998 Renault Laguna vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 460 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Laguna | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
