1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Renault Laguna is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 525 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Prefect 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 1956 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Prefect | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
