1978 Ford LTD vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 374 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford LTD 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 LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna. 1978 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford LTD | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | LTD | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |
