2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 95 kg more than 1955 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Laguna | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
