1959 Ford 17M 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 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 165 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford 17M 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 Ford 17M. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | 17M | Laguna |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |