1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
