1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 22 kg more than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Bel Air | Laguna |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |