1955 Ford Popular vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 585 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Popular 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 Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Popular | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Popular | Laguna |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |