2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1990 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1990 Renault Laguna. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1608 kg more than 1990 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1990 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Yukon | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1005 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
