1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 408 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Zodiac 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 Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Zodiac | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Zodiac | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
