1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB 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) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 1069 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Berkeley | Renault |
| Model | QB | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2680 mm |
