1964 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Renault Laguna is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 215 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
Because 1964 AC Cobra 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 1964 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Cobra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
