1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 625 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, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Laguna |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |