1957 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 765 kg more than 1957 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Prefect | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Prefect | Laguna |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |