1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 445 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin-Healey 100 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 1955 Austin-Healey 100. 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 (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
