1958 Talbot 2500 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 450 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Talbot 2500 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 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500. 1998 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1958 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1958 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Talbot 2500 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Talbot | Renault |
| Model | 2500 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
