1990 Ford Laser vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 455 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Laser | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
