1977 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 511 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Escort 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 1977 Ford Escort. 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 (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Escort | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Laguna |
Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 937 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |