2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Chevette 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 51 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 485 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Laguna | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
