2007 Renault Laguna vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 565 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. 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 (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Laguna | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
