1959 Alvis TD vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (115 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 117 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Alvis TD 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 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Alvis | Renault |
Model | TD | Laguna |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 115 L |