1952 Allard Safari vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 6 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Because 1952 Allard Safari 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 1952 Allard Safari. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Allard | Renault |
Model | Safari | Laguna |
Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 66 L |