1972 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 229 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada.
Because 1972 Ford Granada 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 Granada. 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
