1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1990 Ford Fairlane 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 Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Fairlane | Laguna |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |