1984 Ford Tempo vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Renault Laguna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 185 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. 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, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Tempo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
