2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 483 kg more than 1957 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Laguna | 93 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
