1986 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 630 kg more than 1986 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 (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Laguna |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |