1957 Lotus Seven 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 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 645 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Lotus Seven 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 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Seven | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
