1959 NSU Prinz vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 780 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 NSU Prinz 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 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 NSU Prinz | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | NSU | Renault |
| Model | Prinz | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
