1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 523 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 Gran Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Gran Torino | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
