1957 Ford Popular vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 582 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Popular | Laguna |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2850 mm |