2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 684 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 1998 TVR Speed 12. 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 728 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Renault | TVR |
Model | Laguna | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |