1954 Rover P4 vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Because 1954 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Rover | Renault |
| Model | P4 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 115 L |
