1955 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 290 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Consul 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 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Consul | Laguna |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |