1955 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 612 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Morgan Plus 4 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 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | Plus 4 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
