1971 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 720 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (149 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |
