1974 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (138 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 385 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (204 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Capri | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
