1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 354 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. 2008 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air has manual transmission. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Bel Air | Laguna |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3860 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 277 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2750 mm |