1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Cortina 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 1972 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Renault Laguna (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Cortina | Laguna |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |