1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 1990 Ford Aerostar 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 1990 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Aerostar | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
