1977 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 45 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Granada 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 Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
