1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (185 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Daimler | Renault |
Model | Conquest | Laguna |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |