1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
