1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 400 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | CJ | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2750 mm |
