1991 Ford Orion vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 390 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion. 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 (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Orion | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
