1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Laguna weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 1970 Ford Maverick. 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2009 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Maverick | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
