1959 Ford Prefect 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 Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 618 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 Prefect. 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 (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Prefect | Laguna |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |