2007 Renault Laguna vs. 1957 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Because 1957 Riley Pathfinder 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 1957 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Laguna | 1957 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Renault | Riley |
Model | Laguna | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 120 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |