1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley.
Because 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley 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 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. 2011 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley has manual transmission. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Renault |
| Model | Whitley | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |
