1994 Renault Laguna vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 400 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Riley 1.5 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 1957 Riley 1.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Renault Laguna | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
Make | Renault | Riley |
Model | Laguna | 1.5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |