1982 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 361 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
