2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT

To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.

Because 1969 Toyota 2000GT 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 1969 Toyota 2000GT. 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, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Renault Laguna 1969 Toyota 2000GT
Make Renault Toyota
Model Laguna 2000GT
Year Released 2000 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 1987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 188 km/hour 220 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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