1986 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 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), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 2004 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Laguna |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |