1958 AC Ace vs. 2004 Renault Laguna

To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 706 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.

Compare all specifications:

1958 AC Ace 2004 Renault Laguna
Make AC Renault
Model Ace Laguna
Year Released 1958 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1971 cc 2188 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 894 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 70 L