1958 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 436 kg more than 1958 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Consul 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 1958 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (149 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
