2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 805 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Toyota Publica 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 1962 Toyota Publica. 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 (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Publica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |