1965 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina 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 99 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 555 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Cortina 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 1965 Ford Cortina. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Cortina | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Cortina | Laguna |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |