1958 Ford Popular vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular. 2012 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Ford Popular | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Popular | Laguna |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |