2007 Renault Laguna vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 202 kg more than 1967 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Riley 4 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 1967 Riley 4. 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 (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 1967 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Renault | Riley |
| Model | Laguna | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
