1953 Ford Popular vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 555 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Ford Popular 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 Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Renault Laguna (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Popular | Laguna |
Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |