1999 Renault Laguna vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Because 1958 Rover P4 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Renault Laguna (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Laguna | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Laguna | P4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
