2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 585 kg more than 1974 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 (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 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 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
