1980 Ford Laser vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 94 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 390 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
