1953 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (148 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 440 kg more than 1953 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Ford Consul 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 Ford Consul. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
