1968 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 41 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), 2009 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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, 2009 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, 2009 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 218 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 Length | 3980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
