1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 304 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. 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 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown. 1995 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1959 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1959 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Renault Laguna | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Crown |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |