1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 43 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 267 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Greyhound | Laguna |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |