1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 1951 Jaguar MK V 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 1951 Jaguar MK V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (175 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | MK V | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
