2007 Renault Laguna vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 682 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 528 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | Laguna | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
