1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 499 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ford Taunus 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 1960 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taunus | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
