1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 370 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
