1958 Talbot 2500 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 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot 2500 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Laguna weights approximately 430 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500.
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, 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Talbot 2500 | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Talbot | Renault |
Model | 2500 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |