2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Holden Commodore 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 1984 Holden Commodore. 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 1984 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Laguna | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
