1975 Ford Torino vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 267 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Torino | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 93 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 | 1650 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 66 L |
