2007 Renault Laguna vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 555 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Renault | Talbot |
| Model | Laguna | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
