1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1403 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Daimler DE 36 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 1946 Daimler DE 36. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Daimler | Renault |
| Model | DE 36 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2680 mm |
