2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Viper 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 2000 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Viper | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |