1968 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 419 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Laguna |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |