1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 370 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound 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 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Greyhound | Laguna |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |