1990 Ford Probe 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 Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Ford Probe.
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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Probe | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
