2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1969 Toyota Sport 800
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 Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 725 kg more than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Sport 800 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 Sport 800. 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 (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 1969 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |