1983 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
