1989 Ford Telstar vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Ford Telstar. 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Telstar | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Telstar | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
