2006 Renault Laguna vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 255 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown. 2006 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Renault Laguna | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Laguna | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |