1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 600 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 1971 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (320 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
