1984 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (95 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
