1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 346 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
