1954 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 570 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 AC Aceca 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 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
