1984 Ford Orion 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 Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (107 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (54 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 410 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Orion | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
