1972 Ford Torino vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 312 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Because 1972 Ford 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 Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Torino | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
