1978 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Capri | Laguna |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |