2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica 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 (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Renault Laguna (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
