1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 592 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (204 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Prefect | Laguna |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |