1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 1973 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fairlane | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
