1990 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 1995 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Laguna |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |